Academy Museum Announces 2026 Summer Programs Featuring Del Toro, Monroe Series
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The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures has detailed its 2026 summer programming, featuring a slate of film series, public talks, and education programs. The season will include guest appearances by filmmakers like Guillermo del Toro and Michael Mann, anniversary screenings, and a series dedicated to Marilyn Monroe's films. The museum's schedule offers a wide range of events for film enthusiasts throughout the summer.
Facts First
- Guillermo del Toro will host five nights dissecting Alfred Hitchcock's genre-blending films.
- A Marilyn Monroe series will feature 17 of her films as part of the summer programming.
- Special guests include directors Bill Duke, Guy Maddin, and Michael Mann, who will appear for screenings and conversations.
- Anniversary screenings are planned for 'Car Wash' (50th), 'Spy Kids', and 'From Dusk Till Dawn'.
- The 'Summer of Thrills' series includes 'Manhunter: The Final Cut' with an appearance by director Michael Mann.
What Happened
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures announced its 2026 summer programs, which consist of film series, public programs, and education programs. Special guests for the season include filmmakers Guillermo del Toro, Bill Duke, Guy Maddin, and Michael Mann. Del Toro will host five nights focused on Alfred Hitchcock’s work. The 'Summer of Thrills' screening series will feature 'Manhunter: The Final Cut' with an appearance by Michael Mann. A Marilyn Monroe series will feature 17 of her films. Other programming includes a 50th-anniversary screening of 'Car Wash' with filmmaker Michael Schultz and the movie’s stars, a conversation with Guy Maddin, anniversary screenings for 'Spy Kids' and 'From Dusk Til Dawn', and live performances by Chingon and the Rodriguez Family Spy Band. A series of rare VistaVision prints will be shown, including 'White Christmas' (1954) and 'The Ten Commandments' (1956). Fùtbol Free Day will screen football-focused movies, including 'Bend it Like Beckham' in 35 mm.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a film enthusiast in the Los Angeles area, this summer's museum programming may provide you with a unique opportunity to see classic and cult films on the big screen, hear from acclaimed directors, and experience live performances tied to cinema. The range of events, from deep dives into Hitchcock to celebrations of Marilyn Monroe and family-friendly spy movies, means there is likely to be something of interest for moviegoers of different tastes. These events could enrich your cultural calendar and offer educational insights into film history and craft.
What's Next
The announced programs are scheduled for the summer of 2026. Tickets and specific dates for the individual film series, screenings, and talks will likely be released closer to the event dates. Visitors interested in attending may want to monitor the Academy Museum's official channels for scheduling and ticketing information as the summer approaches.